Advanced Motoring Services

21/05/2026

☀️ UK HEATWAVE INCOMING – Is your aircon ready? 🚗❄️

With temperatures set to hit 30°C+ next week, now’s the time to make sure your car is ready for the heat!

There’s nothing worse than being stuck in traffic with warm air blowing… 🥵

At Advanced Motoring Services (AMS), we’ve got you covered with affordable aircon services to keep you cool:

💨 FREE Aircon Check – system pressure, hoses & seals inspected
🔧 Leak Testing from £35 + VAT
❄️ Service & Regas from £49.95 + VAT
🔍 Full Service, Regas & Debug from £69.95 + VAT (Using older gas – newer systems available too)

✅ Recharge your system for colder air
✅ Remove moisture & improve performance
✅ Antibacterial clean for fresher air
✅ Same-day service available

Common signs you need an aircon service:

🔸 Blowing warm air
🔸 Weak airflow
🔸 Bad smells
🔸 Strange noises

Our expert technicians use the latest equipment to get your aircon back to peak performance — often up to 50% cheaper than main dealers.

📞 Call 01934 824 551
🌐 Book now: https://www.advancedmotoringservices.co.uk/services/air-conditioning/

🔥 Beat the rush before the hottest days arrive — book today and stay cool on the road!

13/05/2026

05/05/2026

🚨 Warning: 'Ghost MOT' fraud doubled in the last year — is your car actually safe?

Ghost MOTs are a growing problem across the UK — and the numbers are alarming. These are fraudulent MOT passes issued without any inspection of the vehicle ever taking place. The rogue tester pockets the fee, and the driver drives away believing their car is roadworthy, when in reality nothing has even been checked.

Tyre tread, brakes, lights — all the things that keep you and your family safe on the road — completely unchecked.

✅ At AMS, every MOT is carried out properly, by our qualified technicians, on site. No shortcuts. Just a thorough, honest inspection you can trust.

If you've bought a used car recently and aren't 100% sure about the history of its last MOT, it's worth getting a fresh check done by a garage you can rely on.

📍 AMS, Weston-super-Mare
📞 01934 824551
🔗 Book online: https://www.advancedmotoringservices.co.uk/services/book-mot/

21/04/2026

🚗 Don't let a small problem become a big one.

These are the five most commonly delayed maintenance jobs - and the real cost of leaving them too long.

⚙️ Timing Belt - 79% of drivers are putting it off.
A routine replacement costs around £600. A failed belt can mean a £5,400 engine rebuild.

🛢️ Oil & Filter - 72% overdue.
Old, degraded oil causes sludge build-up that can lead to complete engine seizure - one of the most expensive failures there is.

🔄 Tyres - 58% running on worn rubber.
Worn tyres significantly increase stopping distances and carry fines of up to £2,500 per tyre.

💧 Oil Leaks - 49% leaving them unchecked.
Even a slow leak puts stress on surrounding components. Caught early, it's a straightforward fix. Left too long, the damage spreads.

🛑 Brake Pads - 39% waiting too long.
Once pads wear through, you're into metal-on-metal contact - meaning disc damage, higher repair costs, and reduced braking performance.

If you're unsure about any of these, we're happy to take a look. A quick check now could save you a significant bill later.
📍 AMS Weston-super-Mare
📞 01934 824551
🔗 https://www.advancedmotoringservices.co.uk/services/book-service/

09/04/2026

🚗 Fair pricing shouldn’t be a gamble 🚗

A recent investigation has highlighted just how wide price differences can be for the same car repair across the UK – leaving many motorists unsure whether they’re getting a fair deal.

At AMS Weston-super-Mare, we believe trust is built on honest advice, transparent pricing, and only carrying out work that’s genuinely needed. That's why our customers rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

No inflated quotes. No unnecessary add-ons. Just straightforward, professional repairs at fair prices.

✅ Clear explanations
✅ Upfront costs
✅ Local, independent, and customer-focused

That’s why so many of our customers come back time and time again.

Read the article here 👇
https://garagewire.co.uk/news/investigation-reveals-significant-price-disparity-in-uk-car-repairs/

If you ever want a second opinion or honest advice about your car, you know where we are.

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📞 01934 824551
🌐 https://www.advancedmotoringservices.co.uk/

19/03/2026

⚠️ Would you drive a car with a known safety fault?

New research shows that's exactly what's happening on UK roads — and it's easy to see why.

The average car repair bill has hit £597 — a 26% rise since 2021 and a five-year high. So it's no surprise that in 7 out of 10 vehicle health checks where urgent, safety-critical issues were flagged, drivers didn't authorise all the work. Nearly half said it simply wasn't affordable. A third said the specific repair was just too expensive.

Brakes. Steering. Tyres. These aren't things you can put off.

But here's the thing — 59% of drivers are already wising up and switching to independent garages to cut costs without cutting corners. And that's exactly why people come to us.

At AMS Weston-super-Mare, you get honest, straightforward advice from experienced local technicians — without the main dealer overhead built into every invoice. We'll always be upfront about what needs doing now, what can wait, and what it'll cost. No nasty surprises.

Your safety matters. So does your wallet. With AMS, you don't have to choose between them. 🔧

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📞 01934 824551
🌐 https://www.advancedmotoringservices.co.uk/

Get in touch today for a quote — or just a second opinion.

09/03/2026

🔧 The industry is seeing many mechanics walking away... ours don't because they love what they do

You might have seen the headlines about mechanics leaving the industry — burned out by dealership pressure, relentless targets, and being treated like parts-fitters rather than skilled technicians.
But at AMS in Weston-super-Mare, it's different.

Our mechanics chose to work at an independent garage for a reason: they genuinely care about your vehicle. No corporate quotas. No upselling pressure. Just experienced technicians who take pride in their craft and treat every car like it matters.

When your mechanic is happy in their work, your car gets better care. Simple as that.

✅ Time to diagnose properly
✅ Pride in getting it right first time
✅ Building relationships, not just invoices

This is why independent garages like AMS are thriving while the big chains struggle to keep their best people. Because passion for the trade still means something here.

Your car deserves mechanics who still love what they do.

📍 AMS Weston-super-Mare
📞 01934 824551
🌐 https://www.advancedmotoringservices.co.uk/

20/02/2026

🚗 Is your car ready for spring? Don't let winter damage catch you out!

The cold, wet months take their toll on your vehicle — from brakes and tyres to your battery and lights. Now's the perfect time to book a car service and make sure everything's in top shape before the roads get busier.

At AMS we offer same-day servicing and MOTs, up to 50% cheaper than main dealers — and if you're local to Weston or the surrounding area, we'll even collect your car and drop it back to you for FREE. 🙌

📞 Call us on 01934 824 551
🌐 Book online at advancedmotoringservices.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare's top-rated garage — trusted since 2001.

05/02/2026

🚨 MOT Fraud is Back in the News — Here’s Why It Matters 🚨

The DVSA has revealed that two individuals were recently handed suspended prison sentences after issuing MOT certificates for 223 vehicles they never even tested — a serious “ghost MOT” scam uncovered in Bristol. These fake certificates left hundreds of potentially unsafe vehicles on the road, putting drivers and families at risk. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mot-fraudsters-handed-suspended-sentences-for-untested-vehicles

Stories like this are a powerful reminder that where you choose to get your MOT done really matters. Your MOT isn’t just a legal requirement — it’s a safety check that protects you, your passengers, and everyone else on the road.

🔧 At AMS Weston-super-Mare, you can count on:

✔ Honest, transparent MOT testing
✔ Fully compliant, DVSA‑approved standards
✔ A local team that puts your safety first

We take pride in doing things the right way — no shortcuts, no corner‑cutting, just trustworthy service from a garage that genuinely cares about keeping our community safe.

📍 AMS – Weston-super-Mare
👉 https://www.advancedmotoringservices.co.uk/services/book-mot/
🚗 Book your MOT with a team you can trust.

22/01/2026

🚘 Let AMS Make Your Day Easier — FREE Pickup & Drop‑Off!

Need your car serviced, repaired, or MOT’d but can’t spare the time to get it to the garage? We’ve got you covered.

At AMS, we offer a completely FREE pickup and drop‑off service for customers in Weston‑super‑Mare and the surrounding areas. We’ll collect your car in the morning and bring it back to you at the end of the day — simple, convenient, and totally free for any job.

Plus, we also provide free courtesy cars, so you’re never left without wheels.
🔧 MOTs
🔧 Servicing
🔧 Repairs
🔧 Diagnostics
…all carried out by a friendly, trusted, highly‑rated team.

📍 Book or learn more: www.advancedmotoringservices.co.uk
📞 Call: 01934 824551

Let AMS take the hassle out of car care — because your day is busy enough already. 🚗💙